Back in July, I made a move rather out of character for me — I joined the Liberal Party of Canada. Generally I have always tended towards an attitude of keeping my options fully open by belonging to no particular party. So, why the change? I’m fed up with Harper; his behaviour, his atittude, his politic — you name it. He needs to go.

This evening, I will be taking that move one step further. I’m going to show up at the nomination meeting for Northumberland Quinte West. I’m going to be supporting Andrew McFayden for the Liberal candidate should (and it is looking very likely) an election is called this fall. I find myself impressed with Andrew, he has a straightforward passion for wanting to serve the people of this riding. I know, a novel thought for a politician, he’ll likely get eaten alive in Ottawa but hey, if he’s willing to go there, I’m willing to support his passion. Read the rest of this entry »